Creative Departure - FLIGHT 008 (Halloween Special)

Creative Departures is where creators of color gather each month to recharge, learn, and build. This month we’re landing in Blerd territory. Black nerds, comic books, and fandom culture take the main cabin for a night of art, stories, and real talk about the worlds that shaped us.

No phones. Just art.

📵 Disconnect & Enter Airplane Mode

In a world of constant notifications, we are inviting you to power down. This is a phone-free environment. Upon arrival, we ask that you tuck your devices away so the focus stays on the art, the ideas, and the people in the room. This is your time to step away from the scroll and reconnect with the creative process.

🦸🏾 Featured Panel: Blerd Culture

A conversation on Black nerd culture, comics, and fandom, and how these worlds feed our creative work.

Hosted by Nakware Howard

Panelists:

• Mike Melinoe, Musical Artist
• Terrence Moline, Graphic Designer
• Yemi Harris, Illustrator

The Flight Plan

• Blerd Culture Panel: Hear from three artists who turned fandom into a creative practice.
• Comic Book College Corner: Browse, read, and swap ideas over comics.
• Let’s Talk Art and Comics: Open conversation with the guests and fellow creatives. Phones down, sketchbooks up.
• Candy: Snacks for the flight.

What to Bring

• Your Kit: A sketchbook, pens, film, a painting, or a project in progress.
• Your Fandom: A favorite comic, character, or series you want to talk about.
• Your Curiosity: Start something new or meet other creatives doing interesting work in the community.
• The Vibe: An open mind and a willingness to disconnect from the screen.

Flight departs promptly at 7:00 PM. See you at the gate.